Races

Kick off the season with the Run Into Summer 5K, happening Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM in beautiful Hoboken, New Jersey. This fun and energetic community race welcomes runners and walkers of all levels. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or enjoying a morning run with friends and family, the Run Into Summer 5K is the perfect way to celebrate the start of summer while supporting Oakland Catholic Academy. What to Expect🏃 Certified 5K course through scenic Hoboken streets📸 Professional race photography to capture race-day memories🏅 Age group awards recognizing top finishers👕 Official race t-shirts for participants🎶 Music and high-energy race atmosphere at the start and finish🤝 A fun community event supporting Oakland Catholic Academy Early Bird Registration Now Open🔥 Register early to secure the lowest price available. Prices will increase as race day approaches. The Run into Summer 5K is proudly produced by Winning Events G

Party With Purpose 5K is back! As one of the biggest races in Hoboken, this event supports local youth charities, including Boys and Girls Club of Hudson County, HOPES, Mile Square Theater and Community Lifestyle. After the kids of the Boys and Girls Club and other charities have their fun in the afternoon, the evening kicks off with 500+ runners on Pier A with the best waterfront views during the 5K. Immediately upon finishing the race, our after party begins!  The live DJ and a beer/wine garden along the pier is a great way for volunteers and runners alike to end a successful night.

Ready, Set, Pizza! 🍕 It's the 7th Annual 5K for Pizza: Hoboken! Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 for a deliciously fun run (or walk!) along the scenic Hoboken waterfront. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just in it for the 'za, this flat and fast course is perfect for all paces. Cross the finish line and head straight to our post-race festival, where every participant is rewarded with some of the best local pizza around. Registration Each registration includes: 🍕 Participation in the cheesiest 5K around 🍕 Two (2) full-size slices of pizza Craving more? You can add a third slice during the checkout process for a small extra charge. (Heads up: extra slices won't be available for purchase after you complete registration or on race day!) Additional Event Details 🍕Due to amazing numbers last year, we will now have corrals to ease the crowd at the start line! 🍕The event is USA Track & Field sanctioned & professionally chip timed 🍕Top 3 overall men & top 3 overall women will receive prizes 🍕Best Dressed category! Come in your favorite pizza attire and be entered to win a gift card to one of the local participating pizzerias 🍕Race themed t-shirts will be available as a registration add on at an additional cost The Pizza 🍕 We're excited to announce the local pizzerias that'll be serving up slices at the 2026 Hoboken Finish Line Pizza Party: 🍕 Napoli's 🍕 Park Avenue Pizza 🍕 Pizzeria on Pine 🍕 Tino's Artisan Pizza Co. Schedule 🍕 8:00 AM - Packet Pickup OPENS / Sponsor Zone OPENS 🍕 10:00 AM - Packet Pickup CLOSES 🍕 10:00 AM - Welcome Festivities 🍕 10:20 AM - Runners called to line up / Walkers called to line up 🍕 10:29 AM - National Anthem 🍕 10:30 AM - 5K Start 🍕 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Finish Line Festival & Pizza Party The After Party 🎉 Join us for the Official After Party and keep the celebration going at The Ainsworth Hoboken, located at 310 Sinatra Dr.! Just show your race bib to enjoy exclusive specials when you stop by after the race. Drinks: Buy 1, Get 1 FREEDining In: 20% OFF your bill Come refuel, relax, and toast to your incredible achievement with us! *Specials are only valid to participants on race day 9/19/2026.

The Hoboken Public Education Foundation (HPEF) Back-to-School Community Run, including a 5K, 1 Mile Run/Walk, and Kids Fun Run will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026. This incredible community event will start with a Kids Fun Run, a 100 meter run open to children age 2 and up, followed by a 1-mile run/walk/stroll open to all, and then a timed, USATF-certified 5K. All event proceeds will benefit the Hoboken Public School District. All registrants prior to August 15th will be guaranteed a race shirt (we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate all entries up to race day). Awards will be given for overall winners and each age group. HPEF is a parent-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to elevate and enhance the public education experience through private funding. We fund innovative and meaningful programs to strengthen and enrich the academic and co-curricular offerings of the Hoboken Public School District, and we encourage the involvement of parents, community members and local businesses to generate a spirit of local enthusiasm for our individual schools and our district as a whole. To learn more about HPEF funded initiatives, visit www.hobokenpef.org.

Join us for the RunThrough Hoboken 5K & 10K on Saturday, 17th October 2026! Experience one of the most scenic waterfront race routes in the New York metropolitan area as you take on a fast and flat 5K or 10K along Hoboken's iconic Hudson River waterfront. With spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, a road-closed course and smooth, pace-friendly terrain, this event is perfect for runners of all abilities, whether you're chasing a personal best, taking on your first race or simply enjoying a memorable day of running. Expect a professionally organised race experience, a welcoming atmosphere and an unforgettable finish overlooking one of the world's most famous city skylines.

This year is especially meaningful as we celebrate 40 years of building homes, strengthening neighborhoods, and creating brighter futures across Essex, Hudson, and Union Counties. 🎉 Our annual 5K proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country. Through Habitat's affordable housing, critical home repair, and Community Resource Hub programs, we remain committed to supporting veterans by helping them build and maintain safe, stable places to call home. Whether you're running for a personal best, walking with family and friends, or simply supporting a cause you believe in, every step you take helps create lasting change. Your participation supports Habitat's mission to: 🏠 Build affordable homes 🔨 Preserve homeownership through critical repairs 🥫 Provide food security to local families 🪪 Restore vital identification documents 🤝 Connect veterans, seniors, and families with essential community resources Following the race, stick around for our Community Resource Village, featuring local nonprofits, financial education, veteran services, health and wellness resources, volunteer opportunities, and more! 📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026 📍 Pier A Park | 100 Sinatra Drive Hoboken, NJ 07030 🕣 Race Start Time: 10:00 AM 👟 All ages and abilities are welcome! 👥 Check in starts at 8:30 AM Together, we're celebrating 40 years of impact—and taking the next step toward building stronger communities for generations to come. Run. Walk. Give Back. Build Hope. 💙🏡

When you register for the HoBOOken 5K race, you are running to support the mission of The Hoboken Shelter to end hunger and homelessness one person at a time. Since we opened our doors on 300 Bloomfield Street in 1982, we've been helping our neighbors in need move from crisis to stability while treating every person with care and dignity. Your support helps us provide 50 safe sleeps every night, 500 meals every day, and 1,000 showers a week. Thank you!

🦃 The Hoboken Turkey Trot is Back — November 21, 2026! 🍂 Kick off Thanksgiving week the right way at the Hoboken Turkey Trot, returning on Saturday, November 21, 2026, along Hoboken’s iconic waterfront. This is one of Hoboken’s most loved annual traditions — a fun, fast, and festive race for runners, walkers, families, and friends of all levels. Choose between the USATF-certified 5K Run/Walk or the 1-Mile Fun Run, starting and finishing at Pier A Park, with unbeatable views of the Manhattan skyline and a high-energy race-day atmosphere. Why You Should Register Early: This race fills up every year — early registration guarantees your spotLowest pricing is available for early sign-upsGreat for competitive runners, casual joggers, walkers, and familiesFestive post-race experience with music, hot chocolate, and community vibesWhether you’re chasing a PR, running with friends, or starting a new holiday tradition, the Hoboken Turkey Trot delivers an unforgettable race-day exp

🎄 Hoboken Jingle Bell 5K — December 12, 2026! 🔔 Get ready for the most festive race of the year! The Hoboken Jingle Bell 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run returns on Saturday, December 12, 2026, bringing holiday cheer to Hoboken’s iconic waterfront at Pier A Park. Whether you’re racing in a Santa suit, jogging with friends, or walking with family, this event is all about fun, community, and ending the year on a high note. Expect jingle bells, music, costumes, and nonstop holiday energy from start to finish. Why You Should Register Early: This race fills up every year — early registration guarantees your spotBest pricing is always available to early sign-upsFULL Santa Suit for all runnersProfessional race photos includedHot chocolate waiting for you at the finish lineOptions for both a 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Fun Run for all ages and abilities The Hoboken Jingle Bell 5K has become a beloved holiday tradition, drawing runners from across New Jersey and New York for one unforgettab